Overview of BEL Probationary Engineer Recruitment 2026
Note: Other equivalent disciplines and dual specializations will NOT be considered. guidelines in respect of Ex- Servicemen. However, the allocation of centres is based on the availability of the centres.
The question paper will be in bilingual i.e., English and Hindi only. However, in case of any error/variation in Hindi, the English version of the question shall be considered valid. An application once submitted shall not be considered for any editing later on.
xiii) The applicant shall ensure that he/she fulfills all the eligibility criteria as stipulated in the advertisement. The Company is not liable for any loss that may ensue from such fraudulent actions. xv) BEL reserves its right to take legal action including criminal action against such fraudsters.
Please note that no other form of communication will be entertained including telephone calls, conventional mail, other e-mail ids etc.
Important Dates and Online Application Schedule
ELIGIBLE QUALIFICATION: For PROBATIONARY ENGINEER post, UR / OBC (NCL) / EWS candidates with First class in B.E / B.Tech / B.Sc Engineering Graduate from AICTE approved Colleges in Electronics / Electronics and Communication / Electronics & Telecommunication / Communication / Telecommunication / Mechanical disciplines. Candidates with first class in AMIE / AMIETE / GIETE in the above disciplines are also eligible to apply. SC/ST/PwBD candidates with Pass class in the above degree / disciplines are eligible to apply.
Such candidates would be required to submit the CGPA/GPI/SGPA ETC. AGE CRITERIA: The maximum age limit for Unreserved/EWS candidates as on the crucial date 01.10.2026 will be 25 years for the post of Probationary Engineer. Upper age limit is relaxable by 5 years for SC/ST candidates and 3 years for OBC (NCL) candidates.
In respect of PwBD candidates, upper age limit is relaxable by 10 years. In respect of PwBD candidates belonging to SC/ST/OBC (NCL) category, the age relaxation admissible will be in addition to the relaxation admissible for candidates belonging to SC/ST/OBC (NCL). Page 4 of 16 Certificate issued by a Board of Secondary Education for passing Matriculation/Higher Secondary mentioning the date of birth shall be the only acceptable document in support of proof of age.
In case of non-availability of the date of birth in the Matriculation/Higher Secondary school certificate, Birth certificate issued by competent authority will be considered. For getting the benefits of reservation under EWS category: Candidate shall be in possession of the requisite EWS Certificate/ Income and Asset Certificate based on income for FY 2025-2026 and issued on or after 01.04.2026. For getting the benefits of reservation under OBC (NCL) category: Name of caste to which candidate belongs must appear in the Central List of Other Backward Classes of respective state as notified by Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment, Govt.
| Recruitment Event | Official Notification Schedule |
|---|---|
| Official Advertisement Release Date | 28 October 2026 |
| Online Application Registration Commences | 28 October 2026 (02:00 PM) |
| Online Application Registration Closes | 18 November 2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Last Date for Online Fee Submission | 18 November 2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Payment Processing Gateway | SBI e-Pay Lite Payment Gateway |
| Computer Based Test (CBT) Call Letter | Will be intimated on official portal |
| Personal Interview Schedule | To be communicated post CBT evaluation |
Discipline-Wise Vacancy Distribution and Cadre Allocation
| Post / Grade | Engineering Stream | Total Vacancies | Basic Pay Scale | Approximate Annual CTC |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Probationary Engineer (E-II Grade) | Electronics | 200 | Rs. 40,000 - 3% - Rs. 1,40,000 | Rs. 13 Lakhs |
| Probationary Engineer (E-II Grade) | Mechanical | 150 | Rs. 40,000 - 3% - Rs. 1,40,000 | Rs. 13 Lakhs |
| Consolidated Total | Engineering Disciplines | 350 | E-II Grade | Rs. 13 Lakhs per annum |
BEL seeks applications from zealous and budding professionals for the posts mentioned: 1. DETAILS OF POSTS AND PwBD VACANCIES: Name of Post / Grade No. of Posts Essential Qualification No.
of India for appointment to posts under GOI and Central Govt. Disability conditions falling under the category “likely to improve” under temporary disability category, are not eligible for reservation. “progressive, non-progressive or not likely to improve” are to be treated eligible for reservation under PwBD category.
OF POSTS: There are 350 vacancies for the above positions (200 Electronics & 150 Mechanical). The total number of posts in each specialization may be increased or decreased based on the actual requirement at the time of recruitment at the discretion of Management. o Scanner dpi should be 200 dpi.
KB to 150KB (only .jpeg or .jpg format).
PwBD Sub-Category Reservation and Identified Posts
| Post / Grade | Category A | Category B | Category C | Category D | Category E | Total Sub-Category Posts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Probationary Engineer (Electronics) | 8 | 8 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 27 |
| Probationary Engineer (Mechanical) | 5 | 5 | 2 | 3 | 3 | 18 |
Persons with Benchmark Disability (PwBD) 7. PwBD - age relaxation of 10 years. PwBD & OBC (NCL) - age relaxation of 13years.
PwBD & SC/ST - age relaxation of 15years. PwBD - No application fee What are the various specializations? Mechanical • Mechanical What are the language options for Computer Based Test/Interview?
of Posts | Essential Qualification | No.
Pay Scale, Emoluments and Financial Benefits
PAY SCALE, EMOLUMENTS & OTHER FINANCIAL BENEFITS: Post / Grade No. Failure to submit the conversion certificate will result in disqualification of candidature. For getting the benefits of reservation under Ex-servicemen category: Relaxation of 5 years will be extended as per Govt.
Please retain print-out of application form & payment acknowledgement slip for future references. Any canvassing directly or indirectly by the applicant will lead to disqualification of his/ her candidature. Any revision, clarification, addendum, corrigendum, time extension, etc.
The amount payable for breach of Service Contract is Rs. We urge job seekers not to be misled by any communication made by fraudsters purporting to be representatives of our Company and demanding payment in lieu of employment in BEL. Please retain the print-out of application form & payment acknowledgement slip (if applicable) for future references.
Step-II: Re-Login to complete the fields of Personal Details, Additional Details, Communication Details, Qualification Details, Declaration, upload relevant Documents including photo and signature and to submit Application Fee (wherever applicable) online via SBI e-Pay Lite Payment Gateway. o Photographs in cap/hat/dark glasses will not be acceptable. Non-refundable application fees of Rs.
| Compensation Component | Prescribed Details |
|---|---|
| Pay Grade | E-II Grade |
| Minimum Basic Pay | Rs. 40,000 |
| Annual Increment Rate | 3% |
| Maximum Basic Pay | Rs. 1,40,000 |
| Upcoming Pay Scale Revision Date | 01.01.2027 |
| Approximate Annual Cost to Company (CTC) | Rs. 13 Lakhs |
| Applicable Allowances | DA, HRA, Conveyance Allowance, Performance Related Pay, Medical Reimbursement |
Educational Qualifications and Essential Eligibility
Wherever final marks in the qualifying degree have been awarded as letter grade (CGPA/GPI/SGPA etc.), equivalent percentage of marks shall be adopted from conversion formula issued by respective Institute/University for establishing eligibility criteria. to percentage conversion certificate/formula issued by the concerned Institute/University at the time of Interview, if shortlisted. What is the Qualification criteria for various categories?
Age Limit and Category-Wise Age Relaxation
The weightage for Computer based test is 85 marks and interview is 15 marks. Page 7 of 16 The computer based test is for a duration of 120 minutes comprising of 125 Questions (i.e 100 Technical Questions and 25 General Aptitude and Reasoning Questions). xii) The admission at all / any stage of selection process will be purely provisional.
The decision of the Management in this regard would be final. BEL does not demand or charge any fee or request for money deposits at any stage of the recruitment process other than the application fee mentioned in this advertisement. o The size of the image should be min.
o Image should be .jpg or .jpeg format. Signature image: o The applicant has to sign on white paper with Black ink pen. o Please scan the signature area only and not the entire page.
Page 15 of 16 FAQs What are the different categories?
| Candidate Category | Upper Age Limit (as on 01.10.2026) | Permissible Age Relaxation |
|---|---|---|
| General / Unreserved (UR) | 25 Years | Standard Upper Limit |
| Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) | 25 Years | Standard Upper Limit |
| Other Backward Classes (OBC-NCL) | 25 Years | 3 Years Relaxation |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | 25 Years | 5 Years Relaxation |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 25 Years | 5 Years Relaxation |
| Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) | 25 Years | 10 Years Relaxation |
Application Fee and Payment Procedure
Application fee once paid will not be refunded by the Company/ Bank to the applicants. Application Fee once paid will not be refunded under any case/ circumstance. CLARIFICATIONS In case of any clarifications regarding the advertisement please feel free to contact through Helpdesk tab integrated in the application portal or contact through Toll-free Number 9152028159.
Application fee and other charges, as applicable, once paid will not be refunded in any case / circumstances and neither the same shall be held reserved for any other recruitment OR selection process. In case of multiple applications, the applicant should note that only the online application with higher “Application Sequence Number” shall be entertained and fee paid against one “Application Sequence Number” shall not be adjusted against any other “Application Sequence Number”. General - Yes-forRs.1000/- + GST 2.
OBC (NCL) - Yes-forRs.1000/- + GST 3. EWS - Yes-forRs.1000/- + GST 4.
| Category | Prescribed Application Fee | Payment Mode |
|---|---|---|
| General / Unreserved (UR) | Rs. 1,000 | Online via SBI e-Pay Lite Gateway |
| Economically Weaker Section (EWS) | Rs. 1,000 | Online via SBI e-Pay Lite Gateway |
| Other Backward Classes (OBC-NCL) | Rs. 1,000 | Online via SBI e-Pay Lite Gateway |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | Exempted | No Fee Applicable |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | Exempted | No Fee Applicable |
| Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) | Exempted | No Fee Applicable |
| Ex-Servicemen (ESM) | Exempted | No Fee Applicable |
Method of Selection and Examination Process
No request for change in test centre/city/state will be allowed. Each question will carry 1 mark and there will be negative marking for wrong answers; 1/4th marks will be deducted for each wrong answer. No marks will be awarded for un-attempted / marked for review questions.
The CBT will be held tentatively on 22.12.2026 and the details of the venue will be intimated in due course. They will be required to appear for an interview for final selection. Mere applying for the post shall not be deemed as selection.
English Which Computer based test centres can I choose?
| Evaluation Stage | Evaluation Weightage | Qualifying Marks (UR / EWS / OBC) | Qualifying Marks (SC / ST / PwBD) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Computer Based Test (CBT) | 85% | 35% | 30% |
| Personal Interview | 15% | 35% | 30% |
| Final Merit Compilation | 100% | Consolidated Score | Consolidated Score |
Syllabus and Pattern for Computer Based Test
Interview Guidelines and Weightage
Please note that call letters will not be sent separately through e-mail or through conventional mail. The call letters will be uploaded on the BEL website. Valid E-mail ID & Mobile Number - For proper communication it is suggested to provide personal E-mail ID & Mobile No.
Service Agreement Bond and Probation Rules
They will be required to execute a Service Agreement to serve the Company for a period of 2 years and should be willing to serve in any of the Units / Offices of BEL.
| Requirement Parameter | Prescribed Terms |
|---|---|
| Probationary Period | 1 Year from Date of Joining |
| Service Agreement Duration | 2 Years |
| Posting Requirement | Any Unit or Office of BEL across India |
Step-by-Step Instructions on How to Apply
Scanned copy/Softcopy of the recent passport size color Photograph (not older than 3 Months). to the above advertisement will be hosted on “Careers” section of BEL website: www.bel-india.in. All the details mentioned in the online form will be treated as final and no request for changes will be entertained later on.
Please read it carefully before filling the online application. b) Scanned copy of the recent passport size color Photograph (not older than 3 months). c) Scanned signature in JPG/JPEG format.
Application Sequence Number, password and all other important communication will be sent on the same registered e-mail ID & Mobile No. (Please ensure that email sent to the mailbox of registered E-mail ID is not redirected to junk /spam folder). User-Id and password will be sent through e-mail / SMS on registered E-Mail and Mobile Number.
(User ID) & Password on their E-mail ID and Mobile No. o The signature must be signed only by the applicant and not by any other person. o Please upload your recent signature: min.
Required Documents for Upload and Verification
Applicant’s photo on the certificate should be duly pasted, signed and stamped by issuing authority. Please do not send hard copy of the application form or any documents to the office of BEL. The same has to be established by producing relevant and valid documents in Original at the time of document verification.
d) Other required documents as per the advertisement.
Terms and General Instructions
Candidates should be able to produce caste certificate issued by the competent authority on or after 01.10.2025 in the latest prescribed format applicable for purpose of reservation in appointment to posts under Government of India/Central Government /Public Sector Undertaking. The certificate must contain date of issue along with name of caste, spelled exactly in the same manner as appearing in the central list. The OBC category candidates who belong to “CREAMY LAYER” are not entitled for OBC (NCL) concession/reservation and such candidates shall have to apply as “Unreserved” category candidate.
For getting the benefits of reservation under SC/ST category: Name of caste/tribe to which candidate belongs must appear in the Central List of SC/ST of respective state as notified by Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment, Govt. The caste certificate must contain date of issue along with name of caste. The candidates need to furnish their SC/ST certificate as per the latest format prescribed by Government of India.
In respect of PwBD candidate’s upper age limit is relaxable by 10 years. In respect of Persons with Benchmark Disability, the degree of disability that the candidate should have for consideration under the category will be as prescribed by Government norms. Candidate needs to submit Annexure-3 in the prescribed format which is signed by the competent authority.
LAST DATE OF APPLICATION: Last date for applying online is 18.11.2026 9.
For detailed notification, please click the “Click here” Hyperlink button in front of the “To read Advertisement”. YOU CAN EDIT THE INFORMATION ONLY BEFORE SUBMISSION OF APPLICATION BECAUSE ONCE THE FORM IS SUBMITTED, IT CAN NOT BE EDITED. Application once submitted cannot be withdrawn.
correctly and press Generate OTP button. Religious headwear is allowed but it must not cover the face. o The dimension should be 3.5 cm (width) x 4.5 cm (height).
In case of any error, the same can be edited before finally clicking on "Submit" tab. PLEASE RETAIN THE PRINT OUT OF THE APPLICATION FORM WITH YOU FOR FUTURE REFERENCES. BEL reserves to right to change the centre/city/state based on the no.
Economically Weaker Section (EWS) 3. Other Backward Class (OBC (NCL)) 4. To which address should I send the print out of the application form and Company’s copy of bank challan?
You are NOT required to send print out of the application form. | For detailed notification, please click the “Click here” Hyperlink button in front of the “To read Advertisement”. | Application once submitted cannot be withdrawn.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the last date to apply for the Bharat Electronics Limited recruitment?
The last date is 18 November 2026.
When do applications open for the Bharat Electronics Limited recruitment?
Applications open on 28 October 2026.
How many vacancies are there in the Bharat Electronics Limited recruitment?
The notice has 350 vacancies.
What is the age limit for the Bharat Electronics Limited recruitment?
Candidates must be not more than 25 years old as on 1 October 2026.
How is the selection done for the Bharat Electronics Limited recruitment?
Selection is by Computer Based Test, then Interview.
Official Links and Contact Information
| Official Document / Portal | Direct Link |
|---|---|
| Download Official Recruitment Notification (PDF) | Download Notification PDF Advt 17556 HR All-India 2026 |
| Online Application Registration Portal | bel-india.in Recruitment Portal |
| Bharat Electronics Limited Official Website | bel-india.in |
| Help Desk Phone Assistance | +919152028159 |
